Crow Dam

TR-MIDDLE RIVER· Warren, Iowa· Built 1960· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Crow Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 58.4% in IA)
Dam Length459 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage49 acre-ft
Normal Storage38 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDIA01138

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 21, 1963
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Kenneth Crow

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crow Dam?

Crow Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Crow Dam?

Crow Dam is owned by Kenneth Crow (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crow Dam built?

Crow Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Crow Dam?

Crow Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Crow Dam?

Crow Dam has a dam height of 32 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Crow Dam last inspected?

Crow Dam was last inspected on November 21, 1963. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.